Director / Operator -Sny

Job Description

Freelance Director/Operator -SNY

Responsibilities

The Director/Operator position is a project-based role for prospective partnerships between SNY and outside clients. These partnerships will create very short digital segments throughout the day. The successful applicant will be responsible for the entire breadth of operational elements for these segments. Using Ross Overdrive automation, you will be responsible for directing, while also performing each of the crew functions. These would include coding audio for automation, studio set-up, lighting, camera operation and shading, & preparing mics. This applicant must always exhibit professionalism, a strong work ethic, and a 'can do' positive attitude.

Job Duties:
• Using Ross Overdrive automation, the Director/Operator will code the rundown, operate the automation, and call the show.
• Must be able to target, operate and shade robotic cameras, initiate lighting cues at various positions across different sets. Set-up, test and implement wireless/wired mics and IFBs.
• This position will also likely be utilized for SNY's linear studio programming providing back-up coding, countdowns, and other assistance to the primary Director during live shows.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with Ross Overdrive or other automation systems is a significant plus.
• Ability to prioritize instantly, plan for contingencies, & manage all elements of a production.
• Prior experience with Robotic cameras, broadcast audio consoles, lighting systems, RF mics/IFBs and Viz RT graphics strongly desired.
• Candidates should have experience working in a state-of-the-art, fast paced, live control room environment.

Required Characteristics:
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environment.
• Thorough knowledge of studio and control room operations.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills required.
• Must be a collaborative team player who works well with others.
• Available to work flexible, non-traditional hours including late nights, weekends and holidays.

Additional Job Requirements:
• Interested and qualified candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols in select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
• It is the policy of SNY to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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